I've been dealing with a sluggish computer for a while, and it seems to be using up nearly 60% of its memory even when I have nothing open. I'm on Windows 11 with an HP laptop—probably a RYZEN 3, but I'm not too tech-savvy. I've done everything I can think of: multiple virus scans, checked the task manager for memory-hungry processes, looked for strange labels, and even checked for unknown users. I've ruled out a virus, so I'm wondering what else could be causing this issue?
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Before you make any changes to your BIOS or disk settings, ensure you backup your data. You never know if something might go wrong. Also, how much RAM does your machine have to begin with? The amount of memory can greatly affect performance, and sometimes users just don't provide enough details in their questions.
It's worth noting that Windows 11 can take up a good chunk of your RAM even when it seems like nothing is running. It's designed to preload data to make system performance smoother. Windows holds onto that memory to be ready for any application that needs it. So, while it might look like a lot of memory is being used, it's actually part of its memory management strategy. If another application needs more memory, Windows can release some for it.
First off, how are you checking that 60% of your memory is being used? It might help to share some screenshots for clarity. Also, have you tried using the RAMMap tool from Microsoft's Sysinternals Suite? It provides detailed insights into memory usage and can help you diagnose further.
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